5417 Kara Dr Buyers ask about the special incentive offered when using the seller's preferred lender. This beautifully maintained and thoughtfully upgraded home in Austin offering space, style, and functionality. This southwest facing property features striking curb appeal with a blend of stone, brick, stucco, and Hardie board exterior, complemented by a large mature tree and covered front porch. Recent exterior updates include freshly painted rear siding and garage door. A spacious three car garage with two doors and an automatic opener provides ample parking and storage, while the sprinkler system keeps the yard looking its best year round. Inside, you will notice fresh interior paint and brand new luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, part of over $20, 000 in upgrades. The formal dining room shines with a new chandelier, while the nearby half bath includes a new vanity, mirror, and toilet. The kitchen is designed for everyday living and entertaining with a large island, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, gas range, recessed lighting, pantry, and adjacent laundry room with extra storage. The living room offers a cozy stone gas fireplace, ceiling fan, and built in wired speakers. The primary suite features a bump out for added space, LVP flooring, and ceiling fan. The ensuite bath includes tile floors, walk in shower with upgraded showerheads, soaking tub, dual sinks, quartz counters, and an oversized layout. Upstairs offers LVP flooring, wrought iron railing, a spacious game room, and two bedrooms with ceiling fans, one with a walk in closet. The full bath includes tile flooring, tub and shower combo, and dual sinks with quartz. Enjoy a covered patio and wrought iron fence in the backyard. The community features two pools, playground, fitness center, clubhouse, and trails. Conveniently located near Southpark Meadows, SoCo, downtown, airport, Tesla, and COTA. New HEB coming in 2027 nearby.